Adoor - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Adoor is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Adur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adoor is 565412. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.15 hectares and falls under the 415705 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Adoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adoor
As per Census 2011, Adoor village has a total population of 2,869 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,695 females. The village has 788 households and a sex ratio of 1,443 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,042 literate and 827 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,869 | 1,174 | 1,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,042 | 936 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 238 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Adoor
Adoor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kond Karul | West | 1.78 km |
| Velaneshwar | East | 2.09 km |
| Nagazari | North | 2.17 km |
| Sakhariagar | East | 3.61 km |
| Maruti Mandir | North | 3.94 km |
| Barbhai | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Hedavi | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Wadadai | East | 4.42 km |
| Umarath Kh. | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Umarath | East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Adoor
Adoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Adoor is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Adoor is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Adoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Adoor
Where is Adoor located?
Adoor village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Adoor is Adur.
What is the pincode of Adoor?
The pincode of Adoor is 415705.
What is the population of Adoor?
Adoor has a total population of 2,869, including 1,174 males and 1,695 females.
How many households are there in Adoor?
There are 788 households in Adoor.
What is the literacy rate in Adoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adoor is 71.17%. Male literacy is 79.73% and female literacy is 65.25%.